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  Thunder Bay本地新闻

  2025-01-31 18:52:34 EST·News

  Tariffs and cybersecurity issues at Trump budget meeting

  Thunder Bay - Concerns about U.S. tariffs, cybersecurity, and the use of artificial intelligence technology were raised in the latest budget discussions at city council. At Thursday's full council meeting, council reviewed the first half of the proposed 2025 operating budget, which included corporate revenues and expenditures, the municipal manager's department, and the corporate services and community services departments. No changes were proposed to the budgets of these departments, but questions were raised about the potential impact of U.S. tariffs on the budget and fleet services and Trump tariffs. Councillor Andrew Foulds asked fleet services manager Doug Glena whether the city had [prepared for] U.S. President Donald

  
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  2025-01-31 15:54:34 EST·News

  Timmins woman wins $1.8 million hospital 50/50 draw

  Lucie Clifford is the winner of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation's January 50/50 draw, with a prize of over $1.8 million. Clifford, who lives in Timmins, had just finished a day of teaching on Friday when she received a call from Glenn Craig, the foundation's president and CEO. "Oh my goodness, I don't know what to say. I'm speechless, which doesn't happen often," Clifford said during her conversation with Craig. "I've been buying tickets from the start, helping out as much as I can. Now, this really helps me out." Clifford retired from teaching eight years ago and is now

  
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  2025-01-31 12:35:02 EST·News

  Breaking news: Crash on Highway 61 south of Thunder Bay closes section of highway

  Thunder Bay - Highway 61 was closed in both directions at Loon Lake Road and Carver Road due to a collision, but has since reopened. Aside from it being a two-vehicle collision, police have not confirmed any details about the incident. According to Ontario 511, the incident was first reported around 7:50 p.m. Thursday. Police have not said whether anyone was injured or how long the closure would last. Source: https://www.tbnewswatch.com/local-news/crash-closes-section-of-highway-61-south-

  
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  移民政策新闻

  2025-01-31 01:43:43 EST·News

  RCIP Current Policy Analysis

  The detailed rules for RCIP have not been released yet. Based on the current requirements on the official website, and considering that the main users of this site are Chinese residents in the Thunder Bay area and Lakehead University students, the main hurdle for us is finding an employer that meets the requirements. According to the previous RNIP pilot results, the employer must be a registered employer. A registered employer must have been in operation for 2 years, or if not in operation for 2 years, must be an employer with significant local influence. Regarding this point, when looking for an employer, try to find large local companies. Avoid the situation where you finally find one...

  
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  移民政策新闻

  2025-01-31 01:34:12 EST·News

  OINP quota cut in half? RCIP takes the fast lane!

  The RCIP program has finally been officially announced. See the original text: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2025/01/canada-launches-rural-and-francophone-community-immigration-pilots.html Why choose RCIP? Stable: Federal-level program, planned to become permanent, with policy guarantees The earlier RNIP policy was revised, runs stably, and does not take up

  
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  彩票小助手

  2025-01-30 20:52:39 EST·News

  The January 50/50 jackpot is now over $1.75 million, and there are only a few hours left!!!

  We will call the winner tomorrow at 11:00 AM, so make sure you're by the phone and have your ringer on! We can't wait to hear the story behind this month's winner, so stay tuned! A message from the 50/50 team! Reflecting on an incredible year of generosity and support, we are so grateful for this amazing community that continues to come together to support Thunder Bay 50/50. Thanks to you, 2024 set a new record high. Together, we raised life-changing funds to help purchase vital equipment for hospitals in Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario, and to support every

  
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  Thunder Bay本地新闻

  2025-01-30 20:33:57 EST·News

  Truck submerged in Lake Nipigon for more than two weeks

  Rocky Bay First Nation - some residents living around Orient Bay on the southeast shore of Lake Nipigon are concerned about contamination from a truck that went into the water two weeks ago. Thursday morning, it was still there, surrounded by a fence erected on the ice. On January 12, the truck went out of control on Highway 11 and plunged into the lake, but the driver escaped unharmed before the ice gave way. Local resident Pegus Lynch said Wednesday that the site is less than two kilometers from Rocky Bay, and she worries it could affect the water supply. Her own home is located near the community's water treatment plant, which draws water from Lake Nipigon. "That's our reservoir. Reflection Lake draws water from there for our survival, and Rocky Bay too."

  
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  2025-01-30 20:32:51 EST·News

  School board says special education transportation funding is insufficient

  Thunder Bay - The Lakehead District School Board received $43,000 from the provincial government last school year to provide special education transportation for 86 students, but this funding only covers the transportation costs of one rural student. The school board spent over $425,000 to provide transportation services for these 86 students, leaving the board with a funding shortfall of more than $382,000. School board chair Leah Vanderwey raised these concerns during pre-budget consultations on behalf of the Lakehead District School Board at the end of last year, and the board has now written to the Ministry of Education again to raise the issue of insufficient funding. Van

  
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  2025-01-30 15:16:51 EST·News

  Fort Frances mayor joins new border towns alliance

  Fort Frances - The mayor of Fort Frances has joined an alliance that he says aims to protect the rights of Canadian border towns as the U.S. government continues to threaten high tariffs on Canadian goods. At Monday evening's regular meeting, Fort Frances Mayor Andrew Hallikas gave his regular update to council and announced he had been invited to join the Border Mayors Alliance alongside other Canadian border town mayors. The alliance, led by Windsor, Ontario Mayor Drew Dilkens, is a united front formed in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's promise to impose a 25% tariff on all goods imported from Canada into the United States. According to the CBC's coverage of the alliance,

  
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  2025-01-30 15:14:54 EST·News

  Accident closes Highway 11 at Sistonen's Corner

  Kakabeka Falls - Highway 11 is closed in both directions due to a morning collision. According to Ontario 511, the closure began around 5:30 a.m. Thursday. The section from Goldie Road in Shabaqua to Sistonen's Corner is closed. There is no word yet on when the highway will reopen, although a social media post from the Shebandowan Fire Department says crews are waiting for tow trucks to clear the scene. Source: https://www.nwonewswatch.com/local-new

  
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  FreedomGlobe自由地球

  2025-01-30 13:57:15 EST·News

  Canada's "historic" settlement: individuals could receive up to $100,000 in compensation! Who is eligible?

  [If you or someone you know has suffered from the harms of smoking, you may soon be entitled to a share of the "historic" settlement proposed by Canadian tobacco giants.] Last October, the Quebec Council on Tobacco and Health (QCTH) announced that three major tobacco companies—JTI-Macdonald Corp., Rothmans, Benson & Hedges, and Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd.—submitted a proposed settlement plan, following more than five years of negotiations with creditors. QCTH stated that this was in response to the harm caused by the three tobacco manufacturers.

  
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  FreedomGlobe自由地球

  2025-01-30 13:55:31 EST·News

  American Airlines passenger jet collides with military helicopter near Washington, all aboard killed

  On Wednesday evening, an American Airlines passenger jet carrying 60 passengers and 4 crew members collided in midair with a military helicopter while landing at Reagan National Airport near Washington, triggering a massive search-and-rescue operation on the nearby Potomac River. The military helicopter was a UH-60 Black Hawk stationed at Fort Belvoir, reportedly carrying three soldiers on a training flight. Washington D.C. Fire and EMS Chief John Donnelly said at a Thursday morning press conference: "At this point, we believe"

  
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  TB省钱快报

  2025-01-30 00:14:05 EST·News

  Who hasn't gotten their hands on half-price La Mer yet!

  Portal: surprisestore.ca Surprise Store Canada is currently having a hot warehouse sale, from skincare to vitamins that every family needs, everything is on clearance. Miss this sale and you'll have to wait until the second half of the year!

  
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  FreedomGlobe自由地球

  2025-01-30 00:06:54 EST·News

  Financial Times: OpenAI says it has evidence that DeepSeek has engaged in infringement.

  The shockwaves that Chinese tech company DeepSeek has sent through the U.S. artificial intelligence industry have persisted for days, and dissenting voices are now emerging. The Financial Times in London reported on Wednesday (January 29) that OpenAI, the developer of the U.S. AI chatbot ChatGPT, said it has found evidence that Chinese startup DeepSeek used OpenAI's proprietary models to train its own open-source chatbot. This provides new corroboration for those who suspect the Chinese company may have engaged in intellectual property infringement. The Financial Times said the ChatGPT maker, headquartered in San Francisco, said it has

  
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  FreedomGlobe自由地球

  2025-01-30 00:02:27 EST·News

  Latest Greenland poll: 85% of residents do not want to become Americans

  After new U.S. President Trump threatened to buy Greenland, two Danish media outlets and polling agencies launched a survey to find out whether Greenland residents would be willing to have the territory incorporated into the United States. The results, released on the 29th, showed that 85% of residents do not want to leave the current Kingdom of Denmark and join the U.S. This is the first poll on whether Greenland residents would be willing to be incorporated into the U.S. Since being sworn in on the 20th of this month, Trump has repeatedly said he wants to annex Greenland, which is currently self-governing under the Kingdom of Denmark, and has even said he does not rule out using tariffs to force the Danish government to comply. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen soon

  
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  FreedomGlobe自由地球

  2025-01-29 23:58:16 EST·News

  Trump is preparing to impose a 10% tariff on Chinese goods. What do Americans think?

  Washington - Mr. Liu, a resident of Virginia, just replaced his phone and car in the past month, and he is glad he made these two major purchases before February 1. U.S. President Donald Trump recently announced a 10% tariff on all imports from China, which could take effect as early as February 1. Mr. Liu, who declined to give his full name due to the sensitive topic, told VOA: "For something that's already expensive, adding 10% is not like buying a thermos and adding 10%—the price increase is significant. So I'm really glad I've already made these purchases. To be honest, when I bought them, I

  
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  Thunder Bay本地新闻

  2025-01-29 23:37:22 EST·News

  Snowplow driver with multiple driving bans faces charges after traffic stop

  Thunder Bay - A snowplow truck driver faces multiple charges after being pulled over by city police. Around 10 p.m. Tuesday, Thunder Bay Police stopped a snowplow on Selkirk Drive. According to a Facebook post, TBPS found multiple violations with the commercial vehicle during the investigation. The driver allegedly provided different names to investigators. The truck was also deemed unfit for the road. During the investigation, officers discovered the 35-year-old man's true identity, as well as his four driving bans and two Canada-wide driving bans. The driver faces multiple charges, including driving while prohibited, identity

  
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  Thunder Bay本地新闻

  2025-01-29 23:35:21 EST·News

  Northwest Prosperity showcases northern opportunities

  Thunder Bay - At this year's Northwest Prosperity conference, businesses gathered to network and recognize growth opportunities in the coming years. The event was hosted by the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce and the Anishinabek Business Professional Association on Wednesday at the Valhalla Inn. "(At the Northwest Prosperity conference, we) really focus on what opportunities exist for our region over the next five to twenty years. We're talking about mining, energy, and biofuels, among other things. We just discussed some other economic opportunities across the province," said Charla Robinson, president of the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce. Robinson said the conference is held annually.

  
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  2025-01-29 23:31:21 EST·News

  Niva Restaurant for Sale

  Thunder Bay - Niva Restaurant, known for Finnish pancakes and home-style cooking, is now on the market. Owner Vicki Niva is looking for a buyer so she can step back and "slow down." She has run the popular eatery on Lisgar Street off Memorial Avenue for over 13 years. "I have a business plan, and my plan is to retire in 10 to 15 years," Niva said in an interview on Wednesday. "Business is good, so I can exit happily. It seems like a good time to say goodbye." The restaurant has had a loyal customer base since it opened and will continue to operate until it is sold. Niva

  
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  2025-01-29 15:53:29 EST·News

  Indigenous economic contribution in Thunder Bay reaches $1.55 billion

  Thunder Bay - A study shows Indigenous people and businesses have a $1.55 billion impact on Thunder Bay's economy, and the co-sponsor and author of the study hopes this number will help change the narrative. Michael Fox, president and CEO of the Indigenous Community Engagement Organization, said the idea behind the study was to establish a baseline. It's also important to show the significance of Indigenous people and businesses to communities like Thunder Bay. "Sometimes we focus on the social image of Indigenous people rather than their economic image. I think we want to show another side of the Indigenous community in our city and region,"

  
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  Thunder Bay本地新闻

  2025-01-29 15:52:32 EST·News

  Taxi driver assaulted, vehicle stolen, suspect arrested

  Thunder Bay - A 33-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an assault on a taxi driver and the theft of his vehicle. In a news release issued Wednesday, Thunder Bay Police said they received a report just before 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, of a robbery in progress in the area of Leslie Avenue and Black Bay Road in Current River. Police said the victim, a male taxi driver, was seriously injured but in stable condition after being assaulted before his taxi was stolen. A suspect was located but resisted arrest and fled from police, and while attempting to continue evading police...

  
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  Thunder Bay本地新闻

  2025-01-29 15:51:47 EST·News

  Man seriously injured in north-side assault

  Thunder Bay - Police have a man in custody after an altercation early Wednesday morning left another person injured. The incident happened around 1:30 a.m. in the Junot Avenue/Windsor Street neighbourhood. Thunder Bay Police Service says officers responded to a report of an assault with a weapon and found an adult male with serious injuries. First aid was provided on scene before the victim was taken to hospital. The investigation led to the arrest of a 19-year-old man for aggravated assault and failing to comply with a release order. He appeared in court and was remanded into custody with a future court date. In accordance with Newswatch policy, we do not release the names of people facing criminal charges when we are unlikely to follow the case through the courts.

  
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  2025-01-29 15:50:24 EST·News

  City receives additional funding for Central Avenue corridor

  Thunder Bay - The city is now ready to open the Central Avenue corridor for future development. On Tuesday, the City of Thunder Bay received an additional $8.6 million through the province's Housing Core Service Stream. Last September, the city received $10.4 million through the Housing Support Water System Fund to expand water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. City Engineering Department Manager Aaron Ward said the total cost of the project is $30 million, but without the approximately $19 million from the provincial government, "the city itself would not be able to unlock the potential of these lands." Ward said, "This will allow the Central Avenue corridor lands

  
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  Thunder Bay本地新闻

  2025-01-29 15:48:56 EST·News

  Canada Post resumes normal mail delivery

  Thunder Bay - According to Canada Post, mail delivery in Thunder Bay has returned to normal. The Crown corporation confirmed on Wednesday that the "red alert" has been lifted, with delivery workers recalling that the alert was issued due to a winter storm that hit the Lakehead city throughout the day on Tuesday. According to the latest update from Canada Post, "normal operations have resumed." Canada Post said the red alert is only lifted when conditions improve enough for mail carriers to work safely. The organization said people are encouraged to clear snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs, and driveways once service resumes. Source: https://www.tbnewswatch.com/loca